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Unlocking the Magic of Moving Heads: Types and Features Revealed

In this blog we’re going to explore an essential element of the entertainment industry that sets the tone for any event or performance - Automated Fixtures. Automated, moving head fixtures, or "movers" as they're commonly known, are a type of fixture that create dynamic lighting effects that can transform any space. In this blog, we'll be discussing the different types of moving head fixtures available, their specific functions and purposes, along with the best places to use them. We'll also discuss some of the possible drawbacks and limitations of each fixture.

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Creating a Magical Wedding Experience with Event Lighting

Event lighting is an essential aspect of any wedding. Lighting not only sets the mood and ambiance of the event but also serves a functional purpose in illuminating the space. A well-designed lighting plan can create a magical atmosphere and transform a wedding venue into a dreamy and romantic space. In this blog post, we will discuss how event lighting can be used in a wedding to create a memorable experience for the couple and their guests.

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How Basic Uplighting Can Transform Your Event

Let’s start with the basics: What is uplighting?

For some of you, this may be obvious, and the title itself may be pretty straightforward, but to those who have never used the technique, I’ll give you a textbook definition. Uplighting is when you use lighting from below to illuminate upwards on a surface, or something that might be a point of interest that you want people to see. Most often the fixtures are placed on the ground, but not always.

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Gobos:101

Gobos are used with ellipsoidal or spot theatrical fixtures to create lighting scenes on stage. Simple gobos, incorporated into automated lighting systems, are also popular especially at nightclubs and other musical venues to create moving shapes. They may also be used for architectural lighting, as well as in interior design, as in projecting a company logo or message on a wall.

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